Nikon D810, 1/125 sec, f/13, 120mm, ISO 800
This is not a good image, but it is a great thing to do when visiting the island of Molokai. At Post a Nut (aka the Hoolehua Post Office) you can send friends and family (or yourself) a coconut from Hawaii! These are not boxed coconuts, they are coconuts fresh off the tree with the recipients name and address printed right on the coconut. The post office has a selection of nuts (free!) or you can find your own around the island.
Beware, the post office has a very limited selection of markers to decorate your coconut. Better to bring your own permanent markers so that you create a truly memorable souvenier.
Post a Nut at Hoolehua Post Office: 21.166853° -157.068852°
Nikon D810, 1/125, f/7.1, 65mm, ISO 160
Kanemitsu Bakery is known for their late night breads. You arrive at their back door, down a dark alley, and order a loaf slathered with your choice of fillings (jelly, cream cheese, butter, cinnamon, or sugar). This is one of the greatest hidden gems in all of the Hawaiian islands. Especially as a late night snack back at the Hotel Molokai bar.
Kanemitsu Bakery: 21.090669° -157.020844°
Nikon D810, 1/15 sec, f/13, 120mm, ISO 1600
During our limited time on Molokai, we paid a visit to Purdy’s Natural Macadamia Nuts. We had a nice time touring the property, cracking nuts, and chatting with the owners. It is a much different experience than the Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Visitor Center on the Big Island (which we also enjoyed). But then again, Molokai is a completely different experience than any other of the Hawaiian Islands.
Purdy’s Natural Macadamia Nuts: 21.166531° -157.048598°
